About this previous year paper
This PDF contains the B.Tech Even Semester (2017–18) Professional Communication – RAS204 theory examination paper. It is an essential resource for engineering students to understand the complete exam structure, question pattern, and key communication concepts tested in university examinations. The paper carries 70 marks and must be completed within 3 hours, following the official AKTU/UPTU format.
The exam is divided into three structured sections—Section A, Section B, and Section C—covering a wide spectrum of communication skills required for academic and professional growth. It includes questions on interpersonal skills, language functions, writing techniques, non-verbal communication, word formation, semantics, and philosophy related to human identity and communication.
SECTION A – Short Answer Questions (Conceptual Basics)
This section contains seven 2-mark questions, each designed to test basic understanding of communication concepts. The questions focus on:
Difference between interpersonal and mass communication
Meaning of impromptu speech
Language as an encoding and decoding device
Deductive method of paragraph writing
Role of philosophy in integrating scientific findings
Identifying root words (overborrowing, nonsense, mismanagement, photography)
Definition and example of syllable
These short questions evaluate a student’s foundational knowledge of communication theory.
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SECTION B – Medium-Length Descriptive Questions
Students must attempt any three out of five questions. These carry 7 marks each and involve deeper explanation, writing skills, and comprehension:
Levels of communication (interpersonal, organisational, mass, etc.)
Requisites of effective sentence construction
Guidelines for drafting a letter of complaint or claim, followed by a practical scenario
Explanation of Kinesics and all its components (body language)
Discussion on the concept of machine vs. self based on J. Bronowski’s philosophical views
These questions test analytical skills, written expression, and knowledge application.
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SECTION C – Long Answer Questions (Advanced + Practical Tasks)
Section C consists of five main questions, each divided into two sub-parts. Students must attempt one part from each question. These questions carry 7 marks each and cover:
Communication Types
Difference between technical and general communication
Formal vs informal communication channels
Word Formation + Grammar Skills
Grammar exercises on nouns, articles, modal verbs, transformation of sentences, and rules of word formation.
Professional Writing
Writing a report on downfall in admissions
Preparing a professional resume
Attitude & Soft Skills
Meaning of attitude and ways to improve it
Explanation of paralanguage and whether silence is included
Philosophy & Creativity
Philosophy as a comprehensive science
Relationship between science and literature
This section tests a student’s writing ability, soft skills understanding, grammar proficiency, and broader thinking.